Tuesday, April 10, 2012

i is for island

as in “no man is an island” the
thought provoking quote of john donne---

but is this true---

there may be some truth to it or in
reality none--

you probably know people that have no
thought, how their actions affect another--

and if they are not aware then who is
to argue the existence of the affect----if a tree falls in the
forest........

are we our brother's keeper—certainly
not many people think so or act so----

i realize there are always exceptions
to any thought or belief, but for the most part, as cynical as it may
sound, i believe people do very little that does not relate back to
themselves---

we may want to be about something
greater than our little world, but how often do we simply plan to do
it one day some day----when things get better----when things settle
down—when ---when ----never

“no man is an island”------some are
and have no vote in the matter---no voice -no hope---at least not yet

not until that one man takes action, an
action revealing our capacity to feel-our desire to give, not because
we can—not because it's the right thing to do---not even because it
makes us feel good----but purely because it's instinct----

Interesting theme going here and I totally agree with you; we do seem to live "me" oriented at times. Another blog I was on this morning had "I" for individuality, saying all have talents/gifts to use to help the village so to speak (our communities, etc). I think we all need the reminder to get out there and just not think it is all about us but reach out to help others, etc. Wise words to share :)

As writers we are somewhat isolated, aren't we? But through our writing and networking we can make a difference to others. My experience with the A-Z Challenge and the plethora of amazing posts full of inspiration, advice and encouragement is just one way I can develop.

Oh I love that quote! and a wonderful post as well. I don't like being an island. I like to beckon the ships and boats and yatch to the shore and gather around the fire and tell stories. this way I always have someone to talk to, and vice versa, therefore linking with others. Who knows what the future brings?

Nice post. While I believe in being caring and kind towards others because that's part of my nature, I've grown more cautious through the years about dealing with those who are purely takers and not givers. Hope that makes sense.

Great post Lynn. You don't have to go out of your way to help people. Even the littlest things matter to someone. A kind word, a smile. You just never know what will be that something that matters to someone.

I always fantasized about living on an island and reducing my need to be so constantly in contact with others but I have realized over time that my tendency to implode is exactly what I need to be conscious of and to work with.